Surrogate Compensation
Surrogacy is rewarding, both personally and financially. And while total compensation depends on a variety of factors, VIVO Surrogacy is proud to offer some of the most generous compensation packages available.
Surrogate compensation varies depending on the state you live in and whether you are a first-time or an experienced surrogate. Base pay for first-time surrogates ranges from $44,000 – $55,000!
The outline below presents a range of surrogacy payment options, and can help you determine what you could earn as a surrogate in our program. It is important to keep in mind that you will only receive full compensation if you do become pregnant and successfully deliver a baby for the intended parents you are helping.
Monthly Miscellaneous Allowance
Begins upon finalization of Surrogacy Agreement and continues until one month post delivery
Medication Start
Once protocol/medications are started to prepare for embryo transfer
Embryo Transfer
Compensation for each embryo transfer attempt (Mock Cycle – $400)
Hotel and Travel Expenses for Bedrest post Embryo Transfer
Approximate costs may vary
Monthly Support Group Attendance
Compensation for each support group session attended – either on-site or electronically by video conference (Maximum 1 session per month)
Independent legal counsel provided for you
(If applicable) Once matched, all travel arrangements to IVF clinic made and expenses covered for you
*Compensation amounts are subject to change
These payments are added to your base fee after you are pregnant
Pregnancy Compensation - First Time Surrogate
Amount varies by location. Disbursed in 8 monthly installments.
Pregnancy Compensation - Experienced Surrogate
Per surrogate pregnancy
Maternity Clothes
Singleton pregnancy/Multiples pregnancy
Monthly Miscellaneous Allowance
(continued from Pre-Pregnancy Benefits)
Psychological Support During Pregnancy
Monthly support group attendance either on-site or via video conferencing (continued from Pre-Pregnancy Benefits)
Bedrest
If placed on physician ordered bed rest, surrogates are reimbursed for activities they are unable to perform such as work (lost wages), housekeeping (housekeeping allowance) and childcare (childcare expenses). Terms Apply
Surrogate Life Insurance or Life Insurance Alternative policy
C-Section Compensation (If applicable)
Case Manager Weekly Support
Medical and Financial Billing Assistance
*Compensation amounts are subject to change
Pumping Breast Milk
Health Insurance Bonus
Applicable for surrogates with surrogacy insurance. Must pre-qualify prior to cycle start. Bonus paid 30-90 days post delivery.
*Compensation amounts are subject to change
Multiples - Twins
Mock Transfer
A mock transfer is a “trial” embryo transfer and is performed by the IVF physician. The purpose is to determine the best route and ideal location to place an embryo in the uterus.
Additional Procedures
If additional procedures are necessary, surrogates will receive additional compensation for each procedure.*
*Compensation amounts are subject to change